PASTA SALAD

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     Ingredients :

     1 lb rotini (the spiral pasta)
     1 green bell pepper
     1 red bell pepper
     1 small onion (whatever kind you like)
     1 lb pepperoni (pre-sliced or you can slice it yourself)
     Italian dressing (you can buy the bottle or make "good seasonings dressing with whatever vinegar you prefer)
     1 lb pepper jack cheese (you might not use all)
     1 lb sharp cheddar cheese (again, you might not use all)
     *sliced black olives (if you like them)

     Directions :

     1. Start cooking the rotini according to the package

     2. While rotini is cooking, slice your peppers and onions into about 1/2 in by 1/2 in squares (or whatever you consider to be "bite   
         size")

     3. Cut your pepperoni. If your pepperoni is 'pre-sliced' (only about 1 in. in diameter), just cut them in half. If your pepperoni is from
         the deli (large, about 2 in. in diameter) cut them into quarters.

     4. Next, cube your cheese into 'bite size' pieces.

     5. When your rotini is done cooking, DRAIN and RINSE with cold water. Then transfer to a large serving bowl.

     6. Add your onions, peppers, pepperoni and cheese to the pasta and start tossing with your Italian dressing. Start off by adding
        small amounts of dressing, then more to taste.

     7. Eat or put into fridge to chill (I always put it in the fridge, but if you need it right away, go ahead and eat!)

     ENJOY!